Get involved
Each individual has a role to play to end sexual violence. Whether it is obtaining willing and enthusiastic consent or having healthy relationships based on safety, honesty, acceptance, respect and pleasure, you can make a difference.
Join an association
Join an association
Join an association or a centre to receive its newsletter, be kept up-to-date with activities and events, vote on certain issues, etc.
Get training
Get training
Do you want to learn more about sexual violence? Register for a workshop, a talk or another activity.
- Centre d’aide et de lutte contre les agressions à caractère sexuel (in French)
- Student Federation of the University of Ottawa Centre for Students with Disabilities
- Student Federation of the University of Ottawa Pride Centre
- Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa
- Student Federation of the University of Ottawa Women’s Resource Centre
Make a donation
Make a donation
There aren’t enough financial resources to meet all the community’s needs (prevention, awareness, support, etc.). Making a donation to an organization can make all the difference.
Job opportunity
job opportunity
Work-Study Program (WSP)
Assistant Officer, Sexual Violence Prevention
Position Purpose
The successful candidate will be part of the team leading the prevention of sexual violence at the University of Ottawa. The role will include assisting the Office with the development of tools and resources to support and educate members of the university community. The successful candidate can also assist with initiatives related to the broader mandate of the Human Rights office, such as discrimination and harassment.
Take part in activities
Take part in activities
Numerous activities are organized by different organizations to raise awareness. Join them and support a campaign!
- Centre d’aide et de lutte contre les agressions à caractère sexuel (in French)
- Student Federation of the University of Ottawa Centre for Students with Disabilities
- Student Federation of the University of Ottawa Foot Patrol
- Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women
- Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre
- Student Federation of the University of Ottawa Pride Centre
- Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa
Volunteer
Volunter
Do you want to be proactive when it comes to putting an end to sexual violence? Many volunteering opportunities are at your disposal!
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NOTICE: COVID-19
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In order to minimize potential COVID-19 exposure, the Human Rights Office will carry-out its appointments and meetings by distance until further notice. Our mailboxes are checked several times during office hours. To speed up the processing of your request, we recommend submitting it by email at respect@uOttawa.ca. A Human Rights Office staff member will soon be in contact with you to set-up an appointment by phone, or via an adapted remote meeting format.
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If this is an emergency, please call Protection Services at 613-562-5411.
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Thank you for your understanding and cooperation,
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The Human Rights Office
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Tools and resources
Please note that the feminine is used throughout this website, but it does not exclude any person who has been a victim of sexual violence.